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Purchasing ManagerUniversal Realty Group • Halifax, Halifax County, CA
Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

Universal Realty Group • Halifax, Halifax County, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Universal Realty Group is a leading property management company in Halifax, known for quality apartments in great locations, top-tier commercial leasing services and the landmark Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites.

We are currently seeking a qualified Purchasing Manager to join our team.

Universal Realty Group fosters a vibrant workplace culture that thrives on teamwork, employee growth, and supportive management. We take great pride in providing exceptional opportunities for career growth at every level within our organization; we are committed to hiring ambitious and dedicated candidates who are eager to grow with us.

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for controlling costs, negotiating contracts, contract management, building supplier relationships for the requirements and specification of parts/materials required for our properties.

WE OFFER

  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Paid time off
  • Wellness program
  • On-site parking
  • Employee events
  • And more!

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Request for quote (RFQ) activities; create RFQs, send to suppliers for pricing, compare returned RFQs from different suppliers
  • Report weekly in team meetings and discuss daily in team huddles
  • Negotiate with suppliers to get lower pricing and improved service
  • Project management: take lead on projects as assigned by manager, provide purchasing support
  • Negotiate maintenance contracts for the buildings and hotel
  • Must be able to understand the required specifications from the customers, review drawings (internal and external)
  • Prepare contracts for vendors (currently using the Yardi system)
  • Handle general purchasing when needed

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Post-secondary education in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or relevant career experience.
  • 3-5 years experience in procurement and material management.
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel; Yardi Systems Software is an asset.
  • Proven negotiation skills and ability to maintain long‑term supplier relationships.
  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and staying updated on market trends.

Universal Realty Group recognizes our employees as essential to our success and value diverse skills. From frontline staff to management, we offer excellent opportunities for career growth, as well as employer-provided medical benefits and other incentives. We are looking for new talent to join our dynamic team that is setting the standard of excellence in the property management field.

Seniority level

  • Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

  • Full‑time

Job function

  • Purchasing, Project Management, and Quality Assurance
  • Industries: Real Estate, Construction, and Hospitality

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